Free MOT check
Enter a UK registration to check MOT history, expiry details, previous test results, advisories, failures and recorded mileage.
What does a free MOT check show?
RegAdvisor uses official DVSA records to show the MOT test history available for a UK vehicle. You can see whether it passed or failed, when its MOT expires, the mileage recorded at each test and every defect or advisory entered by the tester.
Review pass and fail outcomes and the date of each recorded MOT.
Check the current expiry information available for the registration.
Follow recorded odometer readings and investigate unexpected drops or gaps.
See dangerous, major and minor defects alongside advisory notices.
How to check a vehicle's MOT history
Enter the registration number exactly as it appears on the number plate. RegAdvisor retrieves the available vehicle and MOT records and presents them as a chronological history, with the latest result first.
Look beyond a single pass or fail. Repeated advisories, recurring failures in the same area and unusual mileage changes can be more useful than one isolated result.
How to read MOT defects
| Category | What it means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Dangerous | An immediate road-safety or environmental risk. | Do not drive the vehicle until it has been repaired. |
| Major | A defect serious enough to fail the MOT. | Confirm the repair and look for repetition in later tests. |
| Minor | A defect that should be repaired but does not cause a failure. | Check whether it was addressed and whether it appears again. |
| Advisory | An item the tester recommends monitoring. | Inspect its present condition, especially if it recurs. |
Why MOT history matters when buying a used car
A clean recent MOT is useful, but the longer history can reveal how a vehicle has been maintained. Repeated brake, suspension, corrosion, tyre or emissions findings may justify a closer inspection or further questions for the seller.
Remember: an MOT records the vehicle at a particular test date. It is not a guarantee of its condition today and does not include outstanding finance, stolen-vehicle markers or complete accident history.
MOT mileage and possible discrepancies
Every available MOT test normally includes an odometer reading. Mileage should usually rise over time. A lower reading, a long flat period or an unusually large jump can have an innocent explanation, including a recording error or replacement instrument cluster, but it deserves investigation.
Frequently asked questions
Is the RegAdvisor MOT check free?
Yes. You can check available MOT history without creating an account or entering payment details.
Can I check when an MOT is due?
Yes. Enter the registration to view the current MOT expiry information available in the official records.
Does an MOT check show advisories?
Yes. The history includes recorded advisory notices as well as dangerous, major and minor defects where available.
Can MOT history prove that a car is not clocked?
No. It can highlight unusual mileage changes, but it cannot by itself prove whether a vehicle has been clocked.
Does a clean MOT mean a car is safe to buy?
No. An MOT is a minimum roadworthiness test on a particular date. Consider service records, the car's current condition and an independent inspection before buying.
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